A traffic stop in Chatham has led to drug charges.
Chatham-Kent Police Service officials allege yesterday afternoon, an officer on general patrol initiated a traffic stop on Victoria Avenue near James Street in Chatham.
The man exited his vehicle and was observed throwing something under his car.
Officers retrieved the black pouch which contained suspected fentanyl, digital scales and small plastic bags.
The man was arrested and upon being searched was found to be in possession of marijuana and cash.
Total street value of the drugs seized was approximately $18,500.
The 31-year-old Chatham man has been charged with having care and control of a vehicle with cannabis readily available and possession of fentanyl for the purposes of trafficking.
He has been held in custody pending a bail hearing.
